This podcast is for people who are interested in Out-of-the-Box Judaism -- whether Jewish or not. What does out of the box mean? Out-of-the-Box can mean… thinking outside the box. Many people have an impression or idea of what it means to be Jewish or what you have to do to be Jewish or what you have to believe to be Jewish. Out-of-the-Box can mean thinking outside the box of preconceived notions and creating the Jewish experience that is right for you. Out-of-the-Box can mean… being outside ...
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The podcast where we discuss ancient wisdom, modern hacks, paperback self-help books, and pithy platitudes in the hope of figuring out the best way to live this one precious and wild life.
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"Talk Jewish To Me" is hosted by LaDerryl and Danielle Hart (House of Lev). The Harts are based in Southern California and currently in the process of converting to Judaism. On the podcast, they discuss important issues like Jewish identity, spiritual growth, raising a Jewish family, and more, from the unique perspective of their journey with others who can shed light and add something meaningful to the conversation. "Talk Jewish To Me" is a project of Aish, whose aim is to conduct meaningfu ...
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Do you struggle with insecurities? Are you tired of trying to fake it until you make it? If so, join us as we discuss confidence.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Are you wasting all your hard-earned cash on frivolous expenses like food, shelter and healthcare? If so, join us to learn how you can better keep a budget!By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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What did you eat for lunch today? A sad microwaveable panini while scrolling reels? If so, you need to upgrade your life and your lunch. Join us as we talk to author Cheryl K. Johnson about the Box Lunch Lifestyle.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Do you have dreams of making it big? Do you think life is all about the hustle? If so, join us as we discuss ambition.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Do you strive to hold your head high? Do you aim to be a respectable member of society? If so, join us as we discuss dignity.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Do you long to hear and be heard by your fellow man? Do you feel your anecdotes are leaving your listens listless? if so, join us as we discuss conversation.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Do you like to follow the leader? Are you a sucker for a man in uniform? If so, join us as we discuss Authority. Sources: Authority | Definition, Types & Uses | Britannica Milgram's Experiment on Obedience to Authority "Siren" by Etgar Keret Ungroundable | South ParkBy Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Do you have something you want to get off your chest? A gripe you’re dying to express? If so, join us as we discuss complaining.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Do you feel the urge to record your thoughts? A desire to keep a record of your daily life? See the therapeutic benefits of writing down your feelings? If so, join us as we discuss journaling.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Our first mini-episode!!! Join us as we discuss the siren's call of the North Sea!By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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When it comes to life is it quality or quantity that matters? Is mortality a natural part of the human experience or an enemy to be defeated? Join us as we discuss longevity. Subtopics include the Obama girls, mood lighting, and Interview with the Vampire. Sources: Live to 100: The Secrets of Blue Zones Not Waiting to Say Goodbye The Man Who Thinks…
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Take a deep inhale in through your nose and let it out through your mouth... could it really be as simple as that? Join us as we discuss breath.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Do you trust your gut? Rely on the little voice in your head? If so, join us as we discuss intuition.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Does Halloween always leave you feeling haunted? Are you curious to peak behind the veil and see what's on the other side? If so, join us as we discuss - ghosts.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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How do you like your water? Carbonated? With lemon? Blessed with positive intentions and kind words? Or stored in massive canisters in your closet in case of disaster. Join us as we discuss water.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Are you trapped in a mental prison of your own making? The answer is yes. Listen to our conversation with author Don Goewey to discover how to set yourself free with the practice of awareness.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Exploring Harmony: A Black-Jewish Dialogue | Talk Jewish to Me
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This week's episode features Dumisani Washington, the founder and CEO of the Institute for Black Solidarity with Israel (IBSI). Washington is a North Carolina-based Christian pastor and author of Zionism & the Black Church: Why Standing with Israel Will be a Defining Issue for Christians of Color in the 21st Century. His work focuses on reaffirming…
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Marriage! Some say it's a source of joy and love and mutual support. Others say it's an antiquated and sexist ritual. Join us--two unmarried spinsters--as we discuss marriage.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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How Did A Venezuelan Convert Master the Secrets of Jewish Persian Cuisine? | Talk Jewish to Me
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Danielle and LaDerryl interview Reyna Simnegar, a Venezuelan native with family history dating back to the Spanish Inquisition. When Simnegar first moved to New York City with her future husband, her future mother-in-law worried her son would starve, and insisted on sharing her family secrets and recipes. Those lessons later evolved into the cookbo…
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Do you live an isolated, individualistic existence? Are you looking for ways to connect with those around you or those who think like you? If so, join us as we discuss the lost Camelot of communal living.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Do you believe in the power of positive thinking? What about the power of a positive attitude? If so, join us as we discuss manifesting.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Is There Life After Prison? A Quest for Faith with Yehudah Pryce | Talk Jewish to Me
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The Harts have an amazing conversation with Dr. Yehudah Pryce, DSW, MSW. Dr. Pryce retells his life story: how he grew up surrounded by gangs and violence, becoming a gang member and going to prison for 16 years, and his search for meaning that inspired his transformation and conversion to Judaism. Dr. Pryce shares how Judaism and Torah have impact…
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When there is injustice in the world, do you protest? Do you call your senator? Volunteer for campaigns? Or do you think that kind of effort is, frankly, pointless?By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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The Power of Comedy and Rediscovering Judaism with Daniel Lobell | Talk Jewish to Me
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This week on Talk Jewish to Me, the Harts talk with comedian and podcast host, Daniel Lobell. They discuss the small animal farm Lobell operates with his wife in Los Angeles, his relationship with Judaism—and how that's evolved as he's grown and matured—as well as his thoughts about podcasting, comedy, and contemporary Jewish life. Watch the full v…
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Are you someone who likes to primp and preen in the morning? Or do you prefer to fall out of bed, put on some baggy pants, take your greasy hair and cover it up with a backwards cap? Join us as we discuss personal grooming.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Let's Toast to L'Chaim OG | Talk Jewish to Me
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The Harts interview the charismatic Zechariah Yishai Oluwabankole Levine AKA Bounce Pass Bankole BKA L’Chaim OG. Zechariah's story starts with losing his right eye due to retinoblastoma (cancer of the eye), followed by a record-setting football career and is now an entreprenuer and would release his first project entitled “What’s the Hechsher" foll…
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Do you love to curl up with a good book? Or do you just pretend to love to curl up with a good book? Join us as we discuss the reading life.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Journey Into Judaism with Kylie Ora Lobell | Talk Jewish to Me
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This week on Talk Jewish to Me, the Harts interview the charismatic Kylie Ora Lobell, writer and president of KOL Digital Marketing. They talk about the mini-farm Kylie and her family take care of, and how she got started in the digital marketing industry. She shares her journey growing into Judaism on her own and then continue building it with her…
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Do our dreams contain hidden meanings? Do they hold the key to deep secret truths? Or are they just neurochemical nonsense? Join us as we discuss dream interpretation.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Why Don't Jews Believe in Jesus? with special guest Rabbi Tovia Singer | Talk Jewish to Me
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The Harts interview Rabbi Tovia Singer, Founder and Director of Outreach Judaism, and discuss misquotes, fallacies, contradictions, and other misrepresentations of Jewish sources found within the text of the New Testament, as well as insights from their unique background and journey. Watch the video interview here: https://youtu.be/qLpfYaDUJn8 Cont…
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Have you ever been "in the zone"? Lost time while doing an activity? Been totally engrossed in a project? You might have been experiencing a flow state. Join us as we discuss this phenomenon of total immersion.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Dr. Henry Abramson explores Jewish Identity | Talk Jewish to Me
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The Harts interview Dr. Henry Abramson, a specialist in Jewish history and thought, and get a chance to explore their roots and Jewish identity while also exploring the idea of converts, and to probe the question of why so many African American Jews are automatically assumed to be converts. Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/xZVjh0Thze0 Co…
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Does what goes around really come around? Is there cosmic justice in the universe or does the universe not care what we do? Join us as we discuss karma.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Is it possible to become a more moral person? And if so, what does that look like. Join us as we discuss living a virtuous life.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Do you strive for success? Recognition? Accolades? Or are you someone who's content just to enjoy the little moments of every day life? Join us as we discuss the philosophy of making something of yourself.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Bonus Ep! Stolen Youth: The Cult at Sarah Lawrence
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In this bonus episode, SLC alums Matt and Rory do a deep dive on the new Hulu doc "Stolen Youth: Inside the Cult at Sarah Lawrence College."By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Welcome back for season 2! Today, we're talking about digital minimalism. Can we change our relationship with mindless scrolling? Or are we doomed to be shackled to a screen forever. Join us as we discuss breaking free from the attention economy.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Do you like summing everything up? What about reflecting on the past as you look forward to the future? If so, join us as we look back at the thrilling first season of the How to Be podcast and speculate about what's to come.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Do you think of yourself as a good person? Someone interested in acts of altruism? If so, maybe you should consider donating a kidney. Join us as we discuss what is lost and what is gained when you donate this vital organ.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Is your cigarette habit becoming a drag? Are piano lessons the bane of your week? Is your job sucking joy from your life? Maybe you should consider quitting. Join us as we discuss the upsides and pitfalls of throwing in the towel.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Every day, millions of people go to the gym. Why? Are they insane? Are they idiots? Join us as we try to get to the bottom of this most perplexing human behavior.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Do you long to have money in the bank? Do you struggle to return emails and get to the airport on time? Is your bedroom floor coated in dirty and discarded laundry? If so, join us as we discuss the promise and the peril of having your shit together.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Have you ever wanted to peer into the future? Consult with a spirit on the other side? Cultivate your sixth sense? If so, join us as we discuss all things psychic.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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As a child, did you feel different from other boys and ghouls? Does the full moon make you weak in the knees? Do you consider Practical Magic to be the pinnacle of American cinema? If so, join us as we discuss modern witchcraft in a very spooky Halloween episode of How To Be.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Have the French mastered the art of living? Is our American lifestyle lacking a certain je ne sais quoi? Join us as we discuss the French lifestyle trend and what it has to teach us about eating, raising our families, and being chic.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Do you work hard and deserve a little treat? Is a bubble bath what we all need to heal this weary world? Join us as we discuss both the virtue and vice that is "self care."By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Is holding your fork properly simply classist? Is there something refreshing about a society that says please and thank you? Join us as we discuss the pros and cons of minding our manners.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Today we're talking about habits. Is it possible to create good ones for a lifetime and finally kick the bad? Will flossing ever be fun? Join us as we discuss building a life of habits.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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Today we're talking about the Lindy Effect. Is an idea, institution or custom valuable just because it's old? How much should ancient ways inform our modern lifestyles and ways of being? Join as we explore how the past informs our present.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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In this episode, we discuss minimalism. Will clearing out your closets cleanse your troubled soul? Topics include: DALL-E; consumerism; maximalism, the perfect sock.By Rory O'Toole & Matthew Schultz
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